Belmont is a city in San Mateo County in the U.S. state of California. The city was incorporated in 1926. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a population of approximately 25,874 people and a total area of 4.20 square miles (10.9 km2).

City Council

Belmont city is governed by a city council form of government. The Belmont City Council is responsible for making laws and governing the day to day operations of the city. Charles Stone is the current mayor; his term ends in 2018. He is helped to perform his duties by Doug Kim-vice chair, Davina Hurt, Erick Reed and Warren Lieberman.

City Hall

One Twin Pines Lane

Belmont, CA 94002

Crime Statistics

The overall crime rate in Belmont is 43% lower than other cities in California and 40% lower compared to the national average. Looking at violent crimes, the city average is 78% lower than California’s average and 75% lower compared to the national average. When it comes to crimes involving property, the crime rate in the city is 38% lower compared to other cities in California and 34% lower than the overall national average. In Belmont one has a 1 in 58 chance of becoming a victim of crime, making the city safer than 70% of the cities in the United States. Compared to the previous year, the city’s crime rate has increased by 14%.

Police Department

The Belmont Police Department works in coordination with other departments in the city to create a safe environment for city residents. The police department was established in 1926 and boosts of a full-service police agency. The police department has approximately 50 full-time personnel, two reserve police officers, police explore and a contingent of citizen volunteers. The police department is divided into units that report to Daniel J. DeSmidt the current Chief of Police. Units in the police department include; Records, Patrol, Traffic & Community Service, Code Enforcement, Investigations and Youth Services, K9 and SWAT.

To obtain public records in Belmont, you must be;

A victim to the case or a named involved party (not merely a witness).

An attorney, an authorized agent, or insurance representative.

Bail

There are three main ways of posting bail in California; these include Bail bond under the California Penal Code – Section 1276, Cash bond under the California Penal Code – Section 1269 and Property bond under the California Penal Code – Section 1276.5.